Tag Archives: Devon

Exhibition focuses on Dartmoor in WW1

Posted on March 16, 2015 by DH

Dartmoor Life in the First World War is an exhibition that marks the Centenary of the First World War and offers a snapshot of what life was like on the moor in the years 1914-1918. Consequences of the First World War … Continue reading →

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Exeter Rugby Club remembers First World War soldiers

Posted on November 4, 2014 by DH

Twelve former Exeter Rugby Club players and officials are to be remembered with a new commemorative plaque at Sandy Park – home of the Exeter Chiefs Premiership Rugby team. A special memorial service will take place at the stadium on … Continue reading →

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Devon village remembers tallest British soldier of WW1

Posted on June 21, 2014 by DH

A soldier who was reputed to be the tallest man in the British Army during the First World War will be remembered in Devon later this month as part of commemorations of the Centenary. Harry Barter stood more than 6ft … Continue reading →

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War Horse exhibition opens at Parsonage Farm, Devon

Posted on April 30, 2014 by DH

A First World War exhibition has opened at the farm in Devon that provided the inspiration for Michael Morpurgo’s book War Horse. Parsonage Farm and the surrounding area of Iddesleigh are the setting for the opening scenes of the book. … Continue reading →

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